Loaded Smashed Potatoes

Directions

  1. 1Boil red potatoes until fork-tender.
  2. 2Transfer the boiled potatoes to a baking sheet.
  3. 3Using the bottom of a glass jar, smash each potato flat.
  4. 4Drizzle the smashed potatoes with olive oil.
  5. 5Season generously with salt and pepper.
  6. 6Bake the potatoes until golden and crispy.
  7. 7Remove the potatoes from the oven and top each with shredded cheddar cheese.
  8. 8Sprinkle cooked and crumbled bacon over the cheese.
  9. 9Return the potatoes to the oven to melt the cheese until bubbly.
  10. 10Transfer the loaded smashed potatoes to a serving platter.
  11. 11Garnish with chopped green onions.
  12. 12Serve with ranch dressing for dipping.

Ingredients

  • potatoes
  • salt
  • pepper
  • olive oil
  • shredded cheddar cheese
  • bacon
  • ranch dressing
  • green onions

Equipment

baking sheetglass jarsmall bowlserving plate